Truck Driver

Chain Electric Company; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain Electric Company seeks a skilled truck driver to operate diverse equipment and support electrical distribution, transmission, and substation work. You will drive company trucks hauling heavy equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery and safety compliance.

The role requires a valid CDL-A, DOT medical certification, and at least 2 years of related experience. High school diploma or GED is expected, with availability for irregular hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 24 months of related field experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class A.
• DOT Medical Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive and operate company vehicles and equipment.
• Load and unload materials; ensure proper securement of loads.
• Maintain safety practices and report unsafe conditions.
• Communicate effectively with crew and customers.
• Complete necessary paperwork and inspections.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

CDL Class A

DOT Medical Certification

Tools

Digger Derrick

Backhoes

Boom/Pole trucks

Forklift

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The truck driver operates various pieces of equipment and performs work associated with electrical distribution, transmission, and substation systems as directed by Foreman. Drive company trucks hauling heavy equipment and materials.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Comply with safety practices, rules, and regulations while performing job duties and follow company procedure in reporting unsafe conditions or practices.
• Safely drive and operate company vehicles, digger derrick, backhoes, boom and pole trucks, fork lift, and safely operate power tools.
• Facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
• Be knowledgeable with FMCSR regulations concerning load securement and weight regulations for commercial vehicles.
• Ensure material and equipment make it safely to the destination on schedule and appropriate paperwork is complete.
• Maintain professional interaction with internal and external customers.
• Complete pre-trip checking: including inspection of vehicle, check fuel, oil and water levels of vehicle, brakes, tires and lights, adjust all mirrors for safe operation of equipment, check and secure load.
• Assist in performing maintenance as needed.
• Assist with washing and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
• Be in close proximity of work area to anticipate the needs of the crew, prepare tools and operate equipment for crew members for the particular work being performed.
• Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Safely control traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
• Keep unauthorized people away from work area.
• Work as a team and fulfill any and all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education :

High School graduate or GED.

Experience :

Minimum of 24 month's experience in related field

Certificates & Licenses:

• Possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License - Class A
• Pass and maintain DOT Medical Certification

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Available to work irregular hours, weekends and holidays, as needed, for long periods without scheduled time off
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to handle physically demanding construction duties in harsh weather conditions
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Ability to communicate well with others
• Ability to assist with maintenance of equipment, as needed

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Oversize/Overweight Loads, RGN Lowboys and Traveling axle trailers is a plus.

Chain Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age (40 and above), religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status where otherwise qualified.